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Here We Go Again
My agent gave me the green light to draft my new project! The process might be slower than you’d expect.
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How to Write a Novel: After the Outline
I think a trap that new writers especially can fall into is getting stuck in the planning stages of a novel.
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Write What You Know
“Can I write __________ ?” This question is everywhere on social media and writing forums, often posed by new writers. I think the culprit is one of the most common pieces of writing advice that gets thrown around: “Write what you know.” But what does that mean, exactly?
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How to Write a Novel: Be Flexible
I don’t want to give anyone the wrong impression (the internet is full enough of those.) If you’ve seen my other blog posts, you know that I am currently planning a new novel. (That’s planning with a capital P.) I have a workbook filled to the brim (Seriously, it barely closes) with notes on character…
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How to Write a Novel: Vibe, Heart, Stakes
Today, I want to share an example of how I plot out a chapter using a method that boils down to three parts: vibe, heart, and stakes.
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How to Write a Novel: Brainstorming Ideas
Here are a few tricks I’ve come up with to fool my planner brain into storming more effectively!
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How to Write a Novel: Finding Your Story
I set up my index cards, what’s next? A workbook that helps me find my story, first by getting to know my characters, and then by mapping their moments onto the structure scaffolding.